Work visas
Kenyan Special Pass
Short-term authorisation to enter and remain in Kenya for up to six months to temporarily conduct business, trade or a profession.
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Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Kenya government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Special Pass - Form 32
- Route type
- Short-term work/business pass
- Maximum duration
- 6 months
- Fee (non-EAC nationals)
- USD 200 per month, payable on approval
- EAC member-state citizens
- No charge
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals temporarily conducting business, trade or a profession in Kenya
- Those needing short-term authorisation for up to six months
Requirements
- Completed Application Form 32, signed and stamped by the organisation
- Cover letter to the Director General
- Current passport photo and copy of the passport bio-data page
- Organisation registration certificate
- Academic and professional credentials and a CV
- Current immigration status documentation
- Relevant clearance letters from regulatory bodies
- Official English translation of any foreign-language documents
How to apply
- Apply online on the eFNS portal at fns.immigration.go.ke and upload all documents
- Pay USD 200 per month on approval (non-EAC nationals)
- Print the issued pass from eFNS and present it for endorsement
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.